Learn English with the show Young Sheldon S1E1 | common advanced vocabulary

Summary

In this video, the host discusses several advanced English phrases, using examples from the show 'Young Sheldon.' The phrases include 'how come,' 'thrilled,' 'reassuring,' 'gullible,' and 'weigh in,' among others. The host explains their meanings and provides relatable scenarios for each phrase, encouraging viewers to practice their usage. Additionally, the host invites feedback from viewers about the video content and their learning preferences, aiming to improve future lessons. The video is aimed at helping learners enhance their vocabulary and conversational skills in an engaging and interactive way.

Takeaways

• 😀 The phrase 'How come' is used to ask why and how something happened, as in the difference between Sheldon and Missy being good at math.
• 😀 'Thrilled' means very excited, and can be used to express excitement about upcoming events.
• 😀 'Reassuring' refers to something that makes you feel less worried or more comfortable, like a friend accompanying you to a party.
• 😀 'If only life were that simple' expresses the idea that things are not as simple as they may seem or be suggested.
• 😀 'Gullible' describes a person who easily believes what others say, sometimes leading them to be tricked.
• 😀 'Take that into account' means to remember or consider something for the future.
• 😀 'The hell with that' expresses indifference or disregard for something, often used to emphasize more important matters.
• 😀 'Weigh in' means to give your opinion or enter into a discussion or argument.
• 😀 'Give it a shot' and similar phrases like 'give it a chance,' 'give it a try,' and 'give it a go' all encourage trying something.
• 😀 The speaker encourages feedback from viewers on the ease of the content and asks for thoughts on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.

Q & A

What does the phrase 'How come' mean in the script?

'How come' is used to ask why or how something happened. It’s an informal way of inquiring about a reason or explanation.

Can you give an example of how 'How come' is used?

For example, 'How come Sheldon is so good at math but Missy is not?' This asks why Sheldon has a skill that Missy doesn’t.

What does 'Thrilled' mean in the context of the script?

'Thrilled' means being very excited or extremely happy about something.

How is the word 'Reassuring' explained in the video?

'Reassuring' means to make someone feel less worried or more at ease about a situation.

Can you explain the phrase 'If only life were that simple'?

'If only life were that simple' is used when something is not as easy or straightforward as it seems. It's a way to express disappointment that things are more complicated than expected.

What does 'Gullible' mean, and how is it used in the script?

'Gullible' describes a person who easily believes things or is easily tricked. In the script, Sheldon says his mom is gullible, meaning she trusts people too much.

What does 'Take that into account' mean?

'Take that into account' means to remember something or consider it when making a decision in the future.

What does the phrase 'The hell with that' imply in the video?

'The hell with that' is used to express disregard for something, showing that you don’t care about a particular issue or obstacle.

What is meant by the phrase 'Weigh in'?

'Weigh in' means to give your opinion, especially in a discussion or argument.

What are the variations of 'Give it a shot' mentioned in the video?

The variations mentioned are 'Give it a shot', 'Give it a chance', 'Give it a try', and 'Give it a go', all of which mean to try something out.